It was so nice coming home to the kids. We missed them and they missed us...it was a long time to be away and all three of them looked older and grew up a little more while we were gone.
We've been enjoying our summer and keeping things mellow and low-key. We spend our days swimming, playing, reading, doing homework, evening walks, and movies. We enjoyed a fun 4th of July with family and friends. The kids participated in the annual 4th of July morning parade and neighborhood breakfast and then we hosted a family/friends barbecue. We had backyard games and lots of food and everyone made really fun festive treats and desserts. The city had a fireworks ban because of all the fires and so we celebrated the 4th with the barbecue, games, and an outdoor movie in the backyard.
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| Walking to the parade...Sam wasn't feel well so he rode in the wagon with Sadie rather than on his bicycle |
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| Maggie with her friends |
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| Happy 4th of July Morning |
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| The gumballs were a favorite for the kids |
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These red, white, and blue brownie skewers were also a favorite...I think I'll make these a tradition
Brownies, marshmallows, strawberries and blueberries on a kabob stick |
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| Brian's sister-in-law, Liliaan, made this amazing cake...it was not only patriotic, but delicious! |
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| Sam with his friend Hawken and Cousin Robert |
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| The Red and Blue Sodas were a hit as well. There wasn't one left after the party! |
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